Millwright Apprentice

Blackstone Industrial Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Ranch Technician to ensure optimal maintenance of ranch vehicles and equipment. This role involves performing preventative maintenance, assisting with cattle work, and promoting safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in mechanical work, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in various environmental conditions. Join a team that values safety, efficiency, and professional growth while contributing to the success of ranch operations. If you're passionate about ranching and skilled in equipment maintenance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Supplemental health insurance

Life insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Tuition assistance

Profit-sharing bonus

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in mechanical and equipment operation.
• Ability to diagnose and perform preventative maintenance on ranch vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and timely repairs on ranch vehicles.
• Champion a best-in-class safety program and maintain infrastructure.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Equipment operation

Repair work

Herdsman skills

Cattle production knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Tractor

Job description

• Perform comprehensive preventative maintenance as listed in EMTS and make timely repairs such that all ranch vehicles and equipment are maintained in good operating condition by the required deadline.
• Maintain and continuously improve unit infrastructure such as keeping all residences, facilities, corrals and other infrastructure in good repair.
• Maintain accurate running inventory of required parts and equipment.
• Submit accurate reports in a timely manner.
• Assist the Ranch Foreman with cattle work to accomplish the activities listed on the cattle timeline of events.
• Perform livestock procedures including artificial insemination, pregnancy testing, breeding soundness exams, etc.
• Operate at or below annual cost goals, make maintenance recommendations for annual capital and operating budgets and improve job efficiency.
• Champion a best-in-class safety program by promoting consistent safety training attendance, compliance with all federal and company/industry policies, as well as encouraging the use of PPE and adherence to all other EHS programs.
• Build relationships and communicate effectively with coworkers, neighboring farms and other business partners, while representing AgReserves and the ranch professionally at all times.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years minimum experience in mechanical, equipment operation, and repair work.
• Basic herdsman/ranching skills and cattle production knowledge.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on ranch vehicles and farm equipment.
• Must have a valid Alberta Driver’s License, or a legally accepted driver's license with ability to obtain/exchange for an Alberta Driver's License within 90 days.
• Ability to operate a tractor with implements and be able to hook up and detach the implements.
• Team-oriented, solid communication skills with keen attention to detail.
• Able to work in the external environmental conditions (snow, rain, heat, cold, etc.), an average 48-hour work week with an average 9-hour work day including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Meet the physical requirements of the role which includes work standing most of the day, riding a horse for 6+ hours per day, continually lifting up to 75lbs., and push/pull/drag up to 200lbs. as well as doing all the physical activities and procedures normal to animal husbandry.

AgReserves offers supplemental health and life insurance coverage. The company also offers retirement benefits. Employees can apply for Tuition Assistance for continuing education purposes. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in a discretionary profit-sharing bonus.